Moonburn by Lucille Clifton
Well, for some reason, I am not able to post this poem here (I keep getting an error message). As I can’t find the text online, here’s a link to the post on my livejournal. I will not be censored by WordPress!
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My candle burns at both ends;
It will not last the night;
But ah, my foes, and oh, my friends
It gives a lovely light.
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